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USL, USLPA verbally agree on CBA after testy negotiations

A landmark deal has been struck to set professional standards for both the USL Championship and newly-formed USL Premier.

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USL receives 'strategic investment' from BellTower Partners

The USL has added an investor with significant capital as it aims to compete with MLS with a first division of its own starting in 2028. BellTower Partners, a private investment firm run by ex-Carlyle Group CEO Kewsong Lee, has purchased a minority equity stake in the North American soccer league. Lee reportedly has a net worth of $28 billion.

How AC Boise launched a USL club steeped in Basque pride

With a deep Basque connection, AC Boise - set to kick off in 2026 - are on pace to break USL records for season ticket deposits

Tampa Bay Sun FC win inaugural USL Super League Championship

Tampa Bay Sun's Cecilie Fløe Nielsen scored in the 100th minute to crown her team as champions

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Sporting JAX	27	16	5	6	53	29	24	53	W W L L W
2	Lexington SC	27	13	11	3	49	24	25	50	W D W W L
3	Carolina Ascent FC	27	14	6	7	36	26	10	48	W W W W W
4	Dallas Trinity FC	27	10	7	10	32	40	-8	37	W D D L L
5	Spokane Zephyr FC	27	9	9	9	30	28	2	36	W D W W L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Sporting JAX

W
W
L
L
W

Lexington SC

W
D
W
W
L

Carolina Ascent FC

W
W
W
W
W

Dallas Trinity FC

-8

W
D
D
L
L

Spokane Zephyr FC

W
D
W
W
L

Frequently asked questions

What is the NWSL rule of 4?

The NWSL's rule of 4 is where each club is allowed a maximum of four players under the age of 18, between their private entry list and roster.

What is the average salary of an NWSL player?

The average wage an NWSL player is $65,000 a year. The minimum salary is reported at $36,400, with the top players earning up to $400,000 annually.

What does SEI mean in soccer?

In soccer, often used within the WNSL, the acronyom SEI stands for Season Ending Injury.

Who is the 15 year old that signed to the NWSL?

In March 2023, Chloe Ricketts signed a three-year deal to play, when she was just 15 years and 283 days old. This made her the youngest ever player to sign an NWSL contract.